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High School Hoops (Coaching High School Basketball)

High School Hoops (Coaching High School Basketball)

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A Discussion all about being and coaching Basketball at the High School Level Scrimmage, Preparation, Practice Planning, Parents, Getting your Players to Play Hard, MUCH MORE.... Published on Wednesday morningsCoach Market LLC © 2016 Baloncesto Educación
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  • Ep 399 Is This the Right Coaching Bench, or Just the Next One?

    Ep 399 Is This the Right Coaching Bench, or Just the Next One?
    Apr 15 2026
    https://teachhoops.com/ Finding a coaching job is easy; finding the correct coaching job is one of the most difficult strategic maneuvers in a professional career. Too often, coaches "marry" the first program that says yes, only to realize six months later that they are misaligned with the administration, the community, or the resources available. To find the right fit, you must move from a "Desperation Mindset" to an "Architect Mindset." You aren't just looking for a whistle and a clipboard; you are looking for a foundation where your specific coaching philosophy can actually take root and grow. Before you sign that contract, you need to perform a "Program Audit" that looks far beyond the talent on the current roster. The most important relationship in your coaching life isn't with your point guard—it’s with your Athletic Director and Principal. During the interview process, you must "interview them" as much as they interview you. Do they view basketball as a "line item" to be managed or a "program" to be built? Are they going to shield you from "Parental Noise," or will they fold at the first sign of a disgruntled phone call? If you aren't philosophically aligned with the people signing your paycheck, you are coaching on borrowed time. Every coach wants to "play fast" and "pressure 94 feet," but does the job provide the tools to do so? You need to evaluate the Infrastructure of Success: Feeder Systems: Is there a youth program, or are you starting from scratch every freshman year? Facilities: Do you have dedicated gym time, or are you fighting the volleyball team for every hour of court space? Budget: Is there a "Booster Club" with teeth, or will you be selling candy bars just to get new jerseys? A "Gold Mine" job is rarely about the players currently in the gym; it’s about the pipeline of players who haven't arrived yet. You must understand the "Historical Gravity" of the position. Are you taking over a "sleeping giant" where the community is hungry for success, or are you walking into a "pressure cooker" where anything less than a state title is considered a failure? The correct job is one where the community’s expectations match the timeline of your building process. In your TeachHoops member calls, we often talk about "Year Zero"—the period where you stop the bleeding and set the standard. Make sure the school board has the stomach for "Year Zero" before you commit. Coaching is a "Family Sport." The correct job isn't just about the win-loss record; it’s about whether the environment supports your life outside the gym. Is the commute sustainable? Is the teaching load (if applicable) manageable? Does the community feel like a place where you want to build a legacy? A championship run is a marathon, not a sprint, and if your "home base" is stressed, your "bench performance" will eventually suffer. Basketball coaching jobs, finding a coaching position, coaching interview tips, high school basketball coaching, athletic director relations, coaching philosophy, program building, youth basketball feeder systems, basketball coaching career, team culture, coach development, athletic leadership, job search for coaches, coach unplugged, teach hoops, basketball success, leadership standards, coaching legacy. Show Notes1. Administrative Alignment: The "Shield" Factor2. The "Resource Reality" Check3. Culture vs. Expectations4. Lifestyle and LongevityThe Job Evaluation RubricCategoryGreen Flag (Good Fit)Red Flag (Walk Away)Administration"How can we support your vision?""We just need someone to keep the kids quiet."Youth ProgramActive, aligned middle school coaches.No contact with youth/AAU programs.FacilitiesPriority scheduling for basketball.Constant battles for gym space.Parental Culture"Standards-based" support.History of chasing off previous coaches.SEO Keywords Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  • Ep 398 Can You Lead With Class After a Heartbreaking Loss?

    Ep 398 Can You Lead With Class After a Heartbreaking Loss?
    Apr 8 2026
    https://teachhoops.com/ When losing hurts… what do your players learn from YOU? This episode breaks down leadership in three layers: Sportsmanship isn’t about being “nice.” It’s about having standards when your emotions are loud. A simple truth: if your postgame behavior is based on feelings, it will eventually break. That’s why great programs have a postgame routine that never changes — win or lose. The apology matters because it models something players rarely see: A leader saying, “I didn’t handle that the right way.” That’s not weakness. That’s accountability. And accountability is contagious. We turn this into something every coach can apply: Your 5-minute plan after a brutal loss What you do in the handshake line What you say to captains first How you get your team off the floor with class What NOT to do (no ref talk, no fan talk, no extra drama) Your 24-hour rule First day: breathe, protect the program, don’t rewrite history Next day: tip your hat, own what you control, build the fix You can be disappointed without being disrespectful Routines protect you when emotions spike Owning mistakes fast is leadership, not PR The way you lose becomes a permanent lesson for your players What does “class” look like when we’re hurting? What’s our standard in the handshake line? How do we respond when we feel we were wronged? What do we control after the final buzzer? “We hurt, but we have class.” “No extra drama. Represent us.” “We tip our hat, then we get better.” “We don’t blame. We build.” 1) The moment2) The response3) The culture toolTakeaways for CoachesQuestions to Discuss With Your TeamPractical Coaching Language You Can Steal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  • Ep 397 How Do You Build a Winning Program in the Off-Season?

    Ep 397 How Do You Build a Winning Program in the Off-Season?
    Apr 1 2026
    https://teachhoops.com/ In this episode, coming to you live from the 5th Quarter Studio in Madison, Wisconsin, we break down why winning programs are built long before the first game tips off. The off-season is where culture, standards, leadership, relationships, and daily habits get formed—and the truth is, it starts now. If you want a program that can handle graduation, injuries, adversity, and pressure, this is the work that matters most. We dive into the five key areas every coach should focus on in the off-season: building culture before the calendar, developing leaders before you need them, creating skill work with purpose, building relationships on purpose, and organizing the program so everyone knows the standard. This episode is about more than workouts—it’s about building a system that lasts. You’ll also walk away with a simple action plan for this week: evaluate last season honestly, identify the biggest areas for growth, meet with returning leaders, build an intentional off-season calendar, and define your program pillars. If you want help building your off-season plan, culture, and practice structure, head to TeachHoops.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    19 m
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